About us
From early-stage problem discovery to polished user interface design and full custom app development, zu can jump in where you need us most. Get clarity, reduce risk, and build confidently, whether you need a part or the whole.
/ Phase 1: Discovery, Research & Problem Identification
You're still defining the problem or preparing for a future build or procurement process.
We work with your team to understand root challenges, map out user and stakeholder needs, and define what success looks like. You'll leave with strategic clarity and a blueprint you can act on.
Deliverables May Include:
- Journey and process maps
- User and stakeholder insights
- Requirements documentation
- Clickable UI prototypes
Why it matters:
Without this step, projects risk costly misalignment and low adoption.
Use it as:
Standalone engagement to inform an RFP, pitch, or internal approval—or as Step 1 in a full build.
/ Phase 2: UI & UX Design for Validated Requirements
You already know what you need built but want to ensure it's intuitive and usable.
We translate your requirements into user-centered designs, wireframes, and developer-ready specs. We focus on clean, accessible, and effective experiences.
Deliverables May Include:
- Interactive wireframes & high-fidelity mockups
- Design systems and accessibility support
- Front-end documentation for developers
Why it matters:
Well-designed apps get adopted. Poor UX leads to costly post-launch fixes.
Use it as:
Standalone UX/UI engagement or packaged with zu-led development.
/ Phase 3: Custom Front-End Experiences for Existing Systems
Your backend works but your interface is dated, clunky, or doesn't work on mobile.
We build sleek, branded web or mobile front ends that connect to your existing systems via APIs. We can also add middleware to boost performance and security.
Deliverables May Include:
- Custom front-end application
- API integration & middleware layer
- Implementation roadmap
Why it matters:
You don't need to rip and replace. Just modernize the parts your users see.
Use it as:
A modernization project with minimal system disruption.
/ Phase 4: Full-Cycle Custom Web App Development
You need a fully custom app and want it done right, from idea to launch.
We plan, design, build, and support custom web apps that align with your operations and scale over time. You'll have one team, from start to finish.
Deliverables May Include:
- Application architecture & planning
- Full-stack development
- QA, launch, and documentation
Why it matters:
You get control, flexibility, and a purpose-built system that fits your needs.
Use it as:
A complete build partner, with no handoffs or vendor silos.